Azerbaijan’s rail surge signals its emergence as strategic transit hub

Azernews.Az

10 October 2025 19:15 (UTC+04:00)

Qabil Ashirov

Azerbaijan’s railway sector is quietly reshaping the country’s geopolitical and economic landscape. Recent data from Azerbaijan Railways CJSC (ADY) reveals a 39% year-on-year increase in block-train traffic over the first nine months of 2025, with 296 block-trains processed, including 113 transit trains. This surge is more than a statistical uptick — it’s a signal that Azerbaijan is fast becoming a vital artery in Eurasia’s transport network, and a key player in the evolving dynamics of global trade.

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